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The Summer with Carmen

Original title: To kalokairi tis Karmen
  • 2023
  • Tous publics
  • 1h 46m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
1.5K
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Yorgos Tsiantoulas in The Summer with Carmen (2023)
In this sexy, sun-drenched comedy, best friends Demos and Nikitas are about to embark on the most meta movie adventure ever. As our dynamic duo dives into writing their masterpiece, the story bounces between past and present. But beneath all the laughs and chaos, there's a joyous exploration of what it means to be a modern gay man.
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While having a day-long swim at Athens' queer beach, best friends Demos and Nikitas recall the events of a recent summer in the prospect of turning them into a screenplay for Nikitas' featur... Read allWhile having a day-long swim at Athens' queer beach, best friends Demos and Nikitas recall the events of a recent summer in the prospect of turning them into a screenplay for Nikitas' feature debut.While having a day-long swim at Athens' queer beach, best friends Demos and Nikitas recall the events of a recent summer in the prospect of turning them into a screenplay for Nikitas' feature debut.

  • Director
    • Zacharias Mavroeidis
  • Writers
    • Zacharias Mavroeidis
    • Fondas Chalatsis
  • Stars
    • Yorgos Tsiantoulas
    • Andreas Labropoulos
    • Nikolaos Mihas
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.7/10
    1.5K
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    • Director
      • Zacharias Mavroeidis
    • Writers
      • Zacharias Mavroeidis
      • Fondas Chalatsis
    • Stars
      • Yorgos Tsiantoulas
      • Andreas Labropoulos
      • Nikolaos Mihas
    • 12User reviews
    • 24Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins & 16 nominations total

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    Yorgos Tsiantoulas
    Yorgos Tsiantoulas
    • Demosthenes
    Andreas Labropoulos
    Andreas Labropoulos
    • Nikitas
    Nikolaos Mihas
    Nikolaos Mihas
    • Panos
    Roubini Vasilakopoulou
    Roubini Vasilakopoulou
    • Keti
    Vasilis Tsigristaris
    Vasilis Tsigristaris
    • Thymios
    Nandia Margariti
    Nandia Margariti
    • Fenia
    Clio Chavgie
    • Eleni
    Jacques Simha
    Jacques Simha
    • Kostakis
    Christos Stathousis
    Christos Stathousis
    • Worker
    Antonis Karnavas
    Antonis Karnavas
    • Queer Boy #1
    Nikos Georgakakis
    • Queer Boy #2
    Stavros Karabatsos
    Stavros Karabatsos
    • Rebetiko Queen
    Angelos Sadam Selmanai
    • Insecure Young Man
    Aria Di Vine
    Aria Di Vine
    • Drag Queen
    Vanessa Veneti Kottika
    Vanessa Veneti Kottika
    • Lady with Dog
    Konstantinos Velinopoulos
    • 60 Year Old Man
    Giannis Tsortekis
    Giannis Tsortekis
    • Self
    Asi Biliou
    Asi Biliou
    • Self
    • Director
      • Zacharias Mavroeidis
    • Writers
      • Zacharias Mavroeidis
      • Fondas Chalatsis
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews12

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    8davidvmcgillivray-24-905811

    Potential feelgood summer hit for the gay community

    This Greek film subverts the love story by having gay partners working on the script of a film, extracts of which are cleverly interspersed with the action and sometimes amusingly contradicts it. I'd go so far as to say this is a real original. Even if I'm wrong, I believe I'm right in saying the film will lead to a major offer to director Zacharias Mavroeidis. He's made a few films before but nothing that's had potentially international appeal. This will be a particular joy for film fans, referencing Hollywood and British cinema. Pretentious or not, I knew from the first perfectly framed shot, on the rocks of the Athens coast, that Mavroeidis has talent. This was indeed the case. He draws excellent performances from his entire cast, notably charismatic star Yorgos Tsiantoulas. The film is also beautifully filmed around Athens and some of the footage on the coast is stunning. It includes a sequence in which the partners imagine turning their film into a musical, which is a delight. Zacharias and Yorgos were both at the British premiere at Flare last night, 15 March 2024, and told us great stuff about the Greek film industry (no agents, no intimacy co-ordinators), Carmen the dog, and Zacharias's hope that the film will be condemned by the Greek church. Yes, there's a lot of male nudity and that may be the main reason the screening was sold out. But the film is much more than exploitation: another critic has said that "existential philosophy has never been more playful than it is here" and he's dead right.
    10ALostBaggage

    A brand new storytelling

    When I started watching this movie, I thought, "An ordinary audience will probably think the film includes too much nudity." When I read the reviews, I realized I was right. However, this film doesn't actually contain excessive nudity. Instead, it portrays an aspect of gay culture. One of the most misguided judgments originating from a heterosexual mindset has always been the attempt to equate gay culture with heterosexual culture.

    Yes, gays demand to be treated equally in society regarding rights and freedoms, and they are absolutely justified in this demand. The modern world has started to pave the way for equality, although there is still a long road ahead to achieve complete equality and freedom. However, we must understand that gay culture cannot be reduced to just a relationship between two people of the same sex. It is a broader concept that includes unique elements.

    In gay culture, the way social life is lived may share similarities with heterosexuality, but the lifestyle demonstrates notable differences. For example, open relationships, orgies, and group dynamics are more widely accepted within gay culture than in heterosexual culture. Sexuality, rather than just sex, is a defining feature of gay culture and plays a crucial role in shaping identity.

    Returning to the movie: yes, it features nudity, but this serves as a colorful element that adds cheerfulness and reminds viewers that the film stems from gay culture.

    As for the movie itself, I liked it very much. Above all, experiencing Greece during the summertime made me feel wonderful. The actors-Yorgos Tsiantoulas (Demosthenes), Andreas Labropoulos (Nikitas), Nikolaos Mihas (Panos), Roubini Vasilakopoulou (Keti), Vasilis Tsigristaris (Thymios), and others-deliver outstanding performances. Their acting convinces us that they are as real as we are. The dialogues between the characters are relatable and innocent.

    While the movie avoids diving deeply into melancholy, it provides a strong depiction of the characters' past experiences. The film's greatest success lies in its technique. The script and direction employ an innovative storytelling method. Flashbacks, typewritten notes, and structuring the film as a discussion of a movie scenario are completely fresh elements. For this, the director, Zacharias Mavroeidis (also the scriptwriter), and Fondas Chalatsis, the co-scriptwriter, deserve congratulations.

    If you are a heterosexual viewer and find gay nudity disturbing, consider how many heterosexual nude scenes a gay audience sees in mainstream movies. Gay individuals endure many such scenes-not only in movies but also in commercials, magazines, TV shows, billboards, and daily life. Try to view it from their perspective.
    9vjjordan

    One of the European's best

    I think one of the important things about this movie is how brave is. You must have balls to direct such scenes and also the actor to be comfortable to make them. Of course this is European movie. Wondering when the UK and America can do such movie without getting in trouble with the society.

    Very well done. I wish more people see in cinema now in the UK. There were a few in there. I guess it's still a problem because of the subtitles.

    Also i really liked the dialogues. Many people from the LGBTQ+ community can relate to that. Beautifully filmed and great locations chosen.

    If you go back in time you will find great Greek movies.
    6nzmmrpxp

    While the plot has potential, the film's frequent nudity and inconsistent performances cater primarily to a Greek audience but fail to deliver a clear genre identity or compel

    The storyline isn't terrible, but it's evident that the film's primary target audience is the Greek community. The lead actor's frequent nudity seems calculated to draw in viewers and generate buzz, but in my opinion, it detracts from the overall authenticity of the film. Tsiantoulas's performance is inconsistent, indicating a lack of effective direction from the filmmaker, which might have better served to guide him to a more convincing portrayal. Additionally, the film straddles the line between comedy and drama without fully committing to either genre. In summary, while it's worth a watch, particularly for a Greek audience, it's best to approach it with tempered expectations.
    6paulclaassen

    Realistic and relatable.

    Our hero is Demosthenes (played by hunky Yorgos Tsiantoulas), who recently broke up with his partner Panos (Nikolaos Mihas) after a four-year relationship. His best friend is Nikitas (Andreas Labropoulos), a former actor who is now a director.

    Sitting on a nude beach where gay cruising is the order of the day, Nikitas and Demosthenes try to come up with ideas for a script Nikitas has to present as his next film project. Demosthenes reflects on his own life as inspiration for the film.

    As Demosthenes tells his story, the film jumps backwards and forward depicting the events. We learn quite a bit about each character in the process. Although Demosthenes broke up with Panos, we still notice hints of regret despite him trying to convince Nikitas otherwise. We also meet Demosthenes' mom, who looks after his sick father. And then there's the dog, Carmen, who changes everyone's lives.

    Filled with gorgeous physiques and full frontal male nudity, there's plenty of eye candy to keep you drooling, depending on your inclinations, off course. Apart from that, I found the film very realistic. The drama and humour were well balanced and never over the top or sentimental. It was current and relatable. I also thought the actors were perfectly cast in their respective roles.

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    • Trivia
      The golden rules of screenwriting listed in the film are: 1/ every movie has 3 acts 2/ every movie has a hero 3/ every hero has a goal 4/ every hero changes in pursuit of their goal
    • Goofs
      At the final scene you can see the boom mic at the bottom edge of the frame meanwhile Nikitas and Demosthenes have their last talk.
    • Connections
      Features Washingtonia (2014)

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    • Release date
      • June 19, 2024 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • Greece
    • Language
      • Greek
    • Also known as
      • Carmen'le O Yaz
    • Filming locations
      • Limanakia, Vouliagmeni, Attica, Greece(beach)
    • Production companies
      • Atalante Productions S.A.
      • Argonauts
      • Greek Film Centre (GFC)
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $21,235
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 46 minutes
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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